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PhD of Intelligent Systems and Data Science
- St. Catharines, Canada
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- PhD
About the program
A thesis doctorate offered jointly by Computer Science and Mathematics and Statistics on AI, Software, Analytics and data infrastructure.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: no
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Apply core concepts and methods in Intelligent Systems and Data Science. Evaluate relevant challenges and evidence. Communicate professional or academic findings. These are indicative outcomes
- Not verified university learning objectives.
Career outcomes
- Research and teaching careers in academia
- Industry
- Government and the community
Curriculum
- Four-year thesis program (12 terms) spanning AI and machine learning
- Smart systems
- Modern software systems
- Statistical and mathematical modelling
- Analytics and big data infrastructure
- With advanced algorithm and analytics tool development.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Master degree in a related field (program-specific)
- Statement of research interest or intent
- CV
- References and English proficiency (IELTS 6.5 no band below 6.0
- TOEFL iBT 88
- PTE 60).
Accepted academic background
Master's degree in a related field (programme-specific)
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 88
- PTE Academic 60
- IELTS Academic 6.5
Documents you’ll need
- Typically
- A passport
- Prior degree certificate
- Academic transcripts
- English proficiency evidence if required
- And a statement of purpose
- a research proposal and references may be needed. Confirm specific requirements.
How to apply
- Review doctoral requirements for Intelligent Systems and Data Science. Confirm research supervision and entry criteria where applicable. Prepare prior degree transcripts
- a statement of purpose
- academic references and any requested research proposal. Submit an application through the institution’s official admissions route. Complete any required assessment or interview. Await the decision and confirm international enrollment requirements.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $20,926 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $120 CAD |
| Deposit | $500 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | Main Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Faculty of Mathematics and Science |
| Department | Department of Intelligent Systems and Data Science |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 12 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 3 years |
| Scholarship note | Potential institutional funding may exist, but program eligibility, award amount and deadlines are not independently confirmed. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
19 Apr 2027
156 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
The next deadline is 19 Apr 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $20,926 CAD per year. The application fee is $120 CAD. The deposit is $500 CAD. The estimated living cost is $23,448 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 88, PTE Academic 60, IELTS Academic 6.5.